Part-Time Registered Veterinary Technician

AmeriVet•San Diego, CA

10h•$30 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Cabrillo Pet Hospital is currently looking to hire a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team! Must LOVE Dentistry! Open to VTS in Dentistry! Our ideal candidate will be a dependable, detail-oriented team player who loves animals and being part of a fun, supportive team. They will have experience rooming patients, surgical assisting experience and knowledge of equipment used, drawing blood and running lab work, knowledge of x-rays and proper positioning, experience with proper animal handling and restraint, understanding the importance of client education, and being a positive and motivating team member. Cabrillo Pet Hospital is a team-focused, fun place to work and care for all the furry friends. We are a large, multi-service practice offering veterinary services, boarding & day camp, and a pet store in beautiful San Diego, California. We are proudly AAHA accredited and have been serving the Point Loma and Ocean Beach community since 1975. At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team: Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals. Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being. Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters. A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Requirements

Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California, license must be active and in good standing
3+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting
Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
Passion for working with animals and their owners
Experience with proper animal handling and restraint, Fear Free preferred
Understand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Ability to utilize ultrasound to obtain diagnostic images and urine samples preferred
Excellent client communication/education

Responsibilities

Rooming patients
Surgical assisting
Drawing blood and running lab work
X-rays and proper positioning
Animal handling and restraint
Client education
Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories
Perform basic exam procedures
Venipuncture and Intravenous (IV) catheter placement (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)
Digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning
Complete dental procedures, including digital x-rays, scaling, polishing, charting, and extractions
General anesthesia and surgical assisting (induction, intubation, monitoring, aseptic technique)
Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); in-house laboratory equipment
Technician appointments independently, including accurate medical record documentation